One-off payments abroad

When you transfer a lump sum abroad, it's good to be confident that the transaction will be totally secure, with internationally recognised proof of payment. It's even better if you can be sure of receiving a guaranteed commercial exchange rate that gives you up to 4% more than a typical high street bank. When you use us, that's exactly what you'll get - without having to pay fees or commission.*

To ensure that the entire process is straightforward and stress-free, your personal account manager will provide a bespoke service and take care of everything. All you need do to benefit from our market-leading service is open an account,free and without obligation. That will enable you to receive live foreign exchange rate quotes and place orders by phone.

* The only cost you may incur is a £15 transfer charge for one-off payments below £50,000. With payments over £50,000 you get one free overseas transfer per transaction. Some foreign banks will levy nominal routing charges.

Choose from two contract types

A Spot Contract is for settlement within two working days, with immediate transmission to your specified bank account anywhere in the world.

A Forward Contract fixes the exchange rate now, for a set date or range of dates in the future. It's a good choice when a property completion is scheduled some time ahead, because you'll know well in advance how much sterling you'll need to pay. And your payment won't be affected by exchange rate fluctuations - which could save you a small fortune!

Click to open your account right now, or to learn more about using Foreign Currency Direct call us on 0800 328 5884 or email us here.